Expectations are tricky....
Do I keep them low so I won't be disappointed? Because unmet expectations result in a lot of self questioning and doubting my perceptions of reality.
In some cases that works, especially when I don't know WHAT to expect!
Often, though, my heart takes the lead and the expectations rise...
Expectations are a current issue for me both personally and professionally.
I am putting an extreme amount of pressure on myself in regards to the 2nd grade program, but to meet whose expectations?
My administration's? My colleagues'? My students' parents'? My own?
I know that my students all desire to do well, and that class time is limited. I know that I am striving to do the best job I can in teaching them the songs, lines, actions, etc. They WILL perform on November 18.
Perhaps realizing and accepting what I have control over, and what I DON'T, is the reality check for my expectations. Living in the moment, being surprised by joy, and allowing others to just be who they are, may be the answer for the personal side of the issue.
Be the board. All you can do is your best, and your best is good enough. Music is so personal - you are giving so much to the students every day.
ReplyDeleteRemember, the audience gets to see only a glimpse of what you do every day. Enjoy the journey!
Hi Kathy,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments. Rena had told me you would be in touch but I am just now getting back to reading all the comments that people have posted. I would love to share ideas and to pick your brain as an EMDT mentor. Do you have a gmail address where I can reach you privately? Mine is jencastro222@gmail.com
Thanks,
Jenn